From the XboxFocus.com Review:
When games are in development for a long time, high expectations are expected to come with it. It's these same expectations that can ruin a game, but usually, great games can overcome them. Dark Sector, a game that had its beginnings in 2004, has carried that same level of hype as it has pushed towards its release.
However, Dark Sector doesn't live up to the standard put upon itself. While the game is heavily influenced by some of my favorite games ever, such as Gears of War and Resident Evil 4, Dark Sector misses that video game magic (the only way I can put it really) that those games possessed. Whether it be numerous control problems, an unsatisfying multiplayer mode, or the fact the framerate is pops in and out throughout the course of the game, Dark Sector just doesn't have that "it" factor to put if above other action games. However, the game finds its own unique identity early on, and for the most part, can be solid gaming experience for those who are craving a single-player action game.
Chris Needham writes: "With the launch of both the PS4 and the Xbox One now a fading memory, the current generation of gaming consoles has well and truly established itself, with games such as The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Batman: Arkham Knight and, of course, Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain, all justifiably taking the limelight. Here at Power Up Gaming, however, we’re not so keen to let go of the past. Originally starting out our coverage as primarily a retro games outlet, we take great pleasure in revelling in the titles of yesteryear."
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"ZL: Before we knew of the Xbox 360, or anything concrete about the PlayStation 3, we had heard the name Dark Sector. This was a time when what would become the Wii was known only as the mysterious “Revolution.” The 7th Generation of video game consoles hadn’t even begun and we already received a taste of what was on the horizon with a video released by Digital Extremes."
Great article. Great game. Man I wish they'd make a sequel or just re release it or something.
OPM: Digital Extremes’ game director Steve Sinclair has, “lifted the kimono” (his words) on the history behind Dark Sector and how publishing pressure took the game away from its original vision. A vision that the set to return with the free-to-play Warframe on PS4.
That's interesting, They approached Sony with ideas several times, since they are independent, I wished Sony would have published one of their ideas as an exclusive! I loved Dark Sector, even the original concept of the game! Going to see about Warframe at launch.
Meh, I was actually interested in this game but it sounds too average, even though the glaive looks awesome.